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Course Description

African American Literature | Study African American poetry, fiction, nonfiction and drama from the 18th century to the present. Explore and discuss the major literary, political and social currents in American and African American culture. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of African American literature from its beginnings to the present; Discuss the relationship of African American literature to social, intellectual and cultural backgrounds; Recognize changes in themes, style and form employed by African American writers; Discuss important works written by African American authors.
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Section Title
Omalley |African American Literature
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
12:30PM to 2:00PM
Dates
Oct 05, 2026 to Dec 07, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 04, 2026
Instructors
  • Jewelene Carter

Section Notes

Omalley | African American Literature | Study African American poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama from the 18th century to the present. Explore and discuss the major literary, political, and social currents in American and African American culture.
Section Title
South County | African American Literature
Section Schedule
Oct 07, 2026 to Dec 16, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
12:30PM to 2:00PM
Dates
Oct 07, 2026 to Nov 04, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
12:30PM to 2:00PM
Dates
Nov 18, 2026 to Dec 16, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
15.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Instructors
  • Jewelene Carter

Section Notes

South County | African American Literature | No class Nov. 11 | Study African American poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama from the 18th century to the present. Explore and discuss the major literary, political, and social currents in American and African American culture.
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